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Aug 13, 2007
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by elgerdh
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Are you interested in staying fit just for the health of it? Maybe you do not really have a weight problem or care to be competitive. Perhaps walking takes too long or there is just no spare time to squeeze in regular trips to the gym. Consider trying the 10 minute run.Before you jump to the conclusion that 10 minutes cannot possibly make any difference, take a look at the joint American College of Sports Medicine-American Heart Association recom ...
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Aug 11, 2007
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by elgerdh
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The last thing I need while running or cycling is music. For me, part of the enjoyment of physical activity is the opportunity it provides to daydream. For me, running has always been that time to generate new ideas or solve old problems. Plus I think I like using all of my senses, especially when I am out on the roads and trails. Unfortunately, I may be in the minority. It seems like I see increasing ...
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Aug 10, 2007
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by elgerdh
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Want to improve your running without having to run more miles? Here’s how!
Improve your running efficiency: If you are like most runners, you probably overstride and land hard on your heels. Try shortening your stride so your foot strikes more of a glancing blow beneath your hips. Decreasing foot contact time with the ground makes you feel lighter on your feet and a smoother runner.
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Aug 10, 2007
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by elgerdh
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Having trouble getting out the door? Here are a few tips to help keep you motivated.
- Pick a goal. A performance goal. Maybe a race, or just a specific workout. that you are looking to improve on. I recently met a woman that was so proud when she ran 30 minutes without stopping, I could tell something had really clicked with her. She is hooked.
-Start slow.&nbs ...
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Aug 08, 2007
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by elgerdh
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There is no question that the running shoes today are far superior to anything we used back in the early 1970s. In those days there wasn’t much difference between brands in terms of shock absorption, stability, or motion control. Nike was one of the first to revolutionize the running shoe industry with Bill Bowerman's innovation called the “waffle” outersole. Today, shoes are designed with specia ...
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